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Sirmaur is the most south-eastern district of Himachal Pradesh, India. It is largely mountainous and rural, with 90% of its population living in villages. It includes the towns of Nahan (its capital), as well as the Shivalik Fossil Park at Suketi, where fossils over 85 million years old have been found. There are six tehsils in this district, namely Nahan, Renuka, Shillai, Rajgarh, Pachhad and Paonta Sahib. Agriculture is the backbone here. Farmers of Sirmaur produce potato and ginger. Sirmaur is also known for its good quality peach that comes from the Rajgarh region which is also called the Peach Bowl. Sirmaur grows tons of fruits every year. Dhaula Kuan near Paonta Sahib is known for its Govt operated fruit research centre. Sirmaur district grows both Apple and Mango. Tomato is also becoming a fruit of choice for farmers these days. Village Lana-cheta is known for its fertile land and farmers here grow grains as a first option. The Giri River divides the district into two almost-equal parts: Giripar and Giriwar. ==Culture== The People worship deities (devtas) and various customs and rituals are observed by the people. Hindi and Sirmauri Pahari are the languages spoken here. Bishu is a popular fair that is held at several places. Bishu fair features the famous Thoda dance. Nati, Gee, Rasa and Budhechu are the popular forms of folk dance of Sirmaur, that are enjoyed at occasions like marriages, Diwali, etc. 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Sirmaur district」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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